Jøtul GF 373 BF User manual

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139478_Rev_02_GF 373 BF
Jøtul GF 373 BF
Balanced Flue Gas Stove
Installation and
Operation Instructions
WARNING: If the information in
these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may
result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
– Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors and liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
– WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
 •Donottrytolightanyappliance.
 •Donottouchanyelectrical 
switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
 • Immediatelycallyourgas 
supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s
instruction.
 •Ifyoucannotreachyourgas 
supplier, call the fire department.
– Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.

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Table of Contents
1. Technical Information .......................... 4
2. General Information .............................5
3. Safety Precautions..................................5
4. Installer Information ............................ 6
5. User Information ..................................16
6. Troubleshooting....................................18
7. Parts Illustrations and Lists .............. 22
8. Service Record .......................................23
THIS OWNER’S MANUAL PROVIDES
INFORMATION TO ENSURE SAFE
INSTALLATION AND EFFICIENT,
DEPENDABLE OPERATION OF YOUR STOVE.
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THEIR ENTIRETY AND MAKE THEM
AVAILABLE TO ANYONE USING OR
SERVICING THIS GAS STOVE.

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Jøtul GF 373 BF
Technical Information
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ApplianceCategory II2H3P
GasTypes NG LPG
  (G20)1 (G37)2
StateofAdjustment I2H I3P
SupplyPressure(mbar) 20 37
NominalHeatInput(Net,kW) 6.9 7.0
BurnerPressureatFullRate–
Hot(mbar): 9.2 26.7
Eciency(Net%):
HorizontalTerminaon(Net,%) 82.2 5.7
VercalTerminaon(Ne%) 72.3 5.0
MaximumHeatOutput(Net%):
HorizontalTerminaon(Net,kW) 78.4 5.5
VercalTerminaon(Ne%) 72.7 5.1
MainBurnerInjectorMarking 40 1.50
PilotInjectorMarking 51 30
MaximumGasConsumponat
FullRate:(m3/hat15°C1013.25mbar)0.729 0.286
MaximumGasConsumponat
FullRate:(kg/hat15°C1013.25mbar) - 0.543
EciencyClass 2 2
NOxClass 4 5
Notes:
1 The appliance is supplied at the default factory
settings for Natural Gas (G20 at 20mbar).
2 The appliance will have this setting following
conversion to LPG (G31 at 37mbar).
Material: Cast iron /steel
Finish: Matt Black paint
Flue outlet: Top
Vent system: DV- Balanced flue Muelink & Grol
Weight: Approx. 260 kg (product)
PIN: 0558CN1362
Product dimensions: See fig. 1
Countries of Destination: GB, IE
Appliance Category: II2H3P
Gas Types and Pressures:
Natural Gas - G20 at 20mbar1
LPG (Propane) G31 at 37mbar2
State of Adjustment: I2H or I3P
Figure 1. Product dimensions.
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General Information
This product has been approved to the European
Standard EN 613:2000 and is in accordance with EC Gas
Appliances Directive 2009/142/EC (ex-90/396/EEC).
Before installation, ensure that the local distribution
conditions (identification of the type of gas and
pressure) and the adjustment of the appliance are
compatible.
This product, the Jøtul GF 373 BF 2, may only be used
with Natural Gas G20 or be converted for the use of
Propane G37.
Assembly, installation and maintenance must be
performed by a qualified person in accordance with
the instructions for Assembly, Installation, and Use
enclosed with the product. The installation may only
be operated after it has been inspected by a qualified
person and a certificate of completion has been
issued.
The Installation should be carried out in accordance
with the Building Regulations which include the
following standards for installation and maintenance
of flues, ventilation and installation of Gas Fires. For
UK BS5440:1, BS5440:2, BS5871 for Republic of Ireland
IS813, ICP3, IS327
The appliance is designed as a freestanding unit and
no additional fixing methods need apply.
This appliance is intended for use on a gas installation
with a governed meter.
Safety Precautions
This appliance must be installed in accordance
with the rules in force. Consult instructions before
installation and use of this appliance.
The appliance is designed as a heating device and
all components will become hot (excluding control
knob, control cover and control switch). Care should be
taken not to touch unit when it is in operation.
WARNING! If you detect an odour of gas:
• Do not light the Stove or any other appliance.
• Do not use electrical switches or the telephone.
• Contact your gas supplier’s emergency number.
The appliance must only be installed and repaired by
qualified personnel. Always turn off the gas supply
before service.
The appliance must be inspected following
installation and at least once a year by qualified
personnel.
The appliance must only use gas of the correct type
and pressure. See technical data for more details.
If Propane G31 is to be used, the appliance must
be converted using the conversion instructions and
kit supplied by Jøtul. This is only to be installed by
qualified personnel.
It is permitted to install the appliance against a wall
made of combustible material with the clearances
specified in figs. 2-4.
The minimum clearance to combustible material in
front of the appliance is 600 mm.
WARNING: Curtains may not be placed within 600
mm above the appliance.
Never store combustible gas or liquid in the same
room with the appliance.
WARNING: Never use the appliance if the front glass
panel has been removed, is cracked, or is open.
Replacement of the glass should be done by a
licensed or qualified service person. Only remove
glass for routine service. Always handle glass
carefully.
Do not burn solid fuel in the appliance.
Do not place combustible material on or near the
appliance, as the appliance becomes hot.
This appliance becomes hot in use so it advisable to
keep young children, the aged, or infirm, and animals
at a safe distance using a fireguard conforming to
BS6539 or BS6778 to provide extra protection.

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Installer Information
Minimum clearances from combustible
material to vent system
Horizontal vent pipe:
From the top of the vent pipe to combustible material:
50mm From the side and the bottom of the vent pipe
to combustible material: 25mm
Vertical vent pipe: From all sides of the vent pipe to
combustible material: 25mm
• Clearances for position of flue vent system
• Clearance under porch, covered entrance, story or
balcony, that has at least two open sides under the
floor - 300 mm
• Clearance to window or door that can be opened - 300
mm
• Clearance to permanently closed window,
recommended clearance to avoid condensation on the
window - 300 mm
• Vertical clearance from vent to roof soffit - 300 mm
• Clearance to exterior corner - 230 mm
• Clearance to interior corner - minimum 150 mm
• Clearance surrounding gas meter/installed regulator in
horizontal direction from the centre of the regulator -
900 mm
• Clearance to gas service cabinet with main shutoff
valve - 900 mm
• Clearance to air channels or air supplies to all
appliances - 300 mm
• Clearance to mechanical air channel - 1.8m
• Clearance from public walkway or motor road – 2.1m
Note! Do not install the vent over a walkway or motor road,
which is located between two individual family houses and
is used by both households.
Position of Outdoor Exhaust Hood
• If the clearance from ground level to the terminal
exhaust hood is less than 3 m, the hood must be pro-
tected by a wire mesh guard.
• The clearance over the terminal must be minimum
300mm to protruding parts of the building.
• Do not place the exhaust hood under any ventilation
opening.
• Do not place the exhaust hood closer than 300 mm
from the side/above any ventilation opening.
• Do not place the exhaust hood closer than 300 mm to
opening window.
* Clearance from ground level, balcony or similar to the
exhaust hood must be at least 300 mm.
• Do not place the gas cylinder closer to the exhaust
hood than 1 metre.
Firewall Requirements
The stove may be placed directly against a wall made of
combustible material with the clearances specified in
figs. 2 - 4. Be sure to maintain adequate space for the vent
system behind the stove and for the full height/length of
the pipe.
Requirements for the Floor Plate
The stove may stand on a wooden floor. A floor plate of non-
combustible material is required if the is to be placed on
carpet,vinyl,linoleum or other combustible material.

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Position of Appliance
Minimum Clearances
• Rear: 3” (76 mm) - from Rear of the unit
• Ceiling: 16 3/4” (425 mm) - from Stove Top
• Corner: 5” (127 mm) - from Stove Top
• Sides: 7” (178 mm) - from Stove Top
• A combustible shelf may not be placed within 520 mm
of the top of the appliance.
Minimum Clearances from the Vent Pipe to
Combustibles
Horizontal Run:
• Off the top of the pipe - 2” (51 mm)
• Alcove - 7” (178 mm)
• Off the sides and bottom - 1” (25 mm)
Vertical Run:
• All sides - 1” (25 mm)
Alcove Specifications
•Maximum Alcove Depth: 21 3/4” (55.2 cm)
•Minimum Alcove Width: 31 1/4” (79.3 cm)
•Minimum Ceiling Height: 62 1/4” (158.1 cm)
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Vent system
Note! During the installation of the vent,it is important
to adhere to national and local regulations that apply.The
system must only be installed with a vent system approved
by Jøtul. Only one single stove may be connected to the vent
system.
The vent system must terminate outdoors.
The vent system is a balanced system: 100% of the combus-
tion air is supplied from outside the house and all exhaust
gas is returned to outside the house.The vent pipe is a
coaxial pipe in which the combustion air is supplied through
the outer pipe and the exhaust gas returned through the
inner pipe.
Flueing options
The GF373 BF is capable of a variety of flueing configurations
using an assortment of balanced flue components and ac-
cessories from Muelink and Grol.See fig. 24, page 22.
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Flue restrictor position 1
1 metre - 10 metre maximum rise
1.Flue arrangement for horizontal termination
When a horizontal run of 600mm or less is required there
should be a vertical rise first from the stove of 500mm (max
10m) for Natural gas installations and 1m (max 10m) for LPG.
For horizontal flue runs greater than 600mm and less than
1600mm a vertical rise first from the stove of 1m (max 10m)
for Natural and LPG should be used.The maximum horizon-
tal flue length for the GF373 BF is 1600mm (this can be seen
as the 600mm which is attached to the terminal and the
addition of a 1m length)
2.Flue arrangement for vertical termination
The flue may be installed with a vertical termination.The
minimum length of a vertical flue termination should be a
1m length plus the vertical flue terminal.
The maximum vertical flue length is 10m plus the vertical
flue terminal.
Figure 5. Vent Configurations.
Fig. 5a Fig. 5b Fig. 5c

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Remove 2 x #8 self tapping screws
from top of burn chamber
Flue restrictor
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Exhaust Restriction
The GF373 BF is equipped with an Exhaust Restrictor
Plate which enables you to regulate the flow of exhaust
gas. The plate prevents overly strong draft that can
cause poor combustion and weak flame picture.
The Restrictor Plate is situated above the Top Baffle
plate and is supplied from the factory in Position 1,
(fully open).
The Exhaust Restrictor should be set in the
following positions for each flue configuration. See fig.
5.
• All installations that incorporate horizontal
termination the exhaust restrictor should be left in
Position 1 (fully open) as factory set. Fig. 5a.
• All vertical installations up to 2m plus the vertical
terminal length should be left in Position 1 (fully
open) as factory set. Fig. 5b.
• All installations above 2m plus the vertical terminal
length should have the Exhaust Restrictor moved to
Position 2. Fig. 5c.
Adjusting Exhaust Restrictor Plate
1. Remove top casting and decorative trim pieces from
top of unit.
2. Open Door.
3. Remove 4 screws and remove firebox glass frame.
4. Remove 2 #8 sheet metal screws from top of burn
chamber. Fig. 6.
5. Inside firebox, remove 2, #8 screws to uninstall the
exhaust restrictor Fig. 7.
6. Slide plate to the rear and reattach using the
secondary holes.
7. Reassemble baffle and other components.
Remove 2 x #8 self tapping screws
from top of burn chamber
Flue restrictor
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Figure 6. Top Baffle removal.
Figure 7.
Adjust the Exhaust Restrictor for the appropriate vent
configuration.
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Log Set Installation
WARNING: The ceramic fuel effect (logs) should only be
arranged by qualified service engineer and under no
circumstances should extra elements be added to the
fuel effect, (i.e. extra logs or Coals) or the fuel bed be
changed.
Use gloves to handle log parts.
1. Engage the Bottom Log with the two center pins in the
burner plate. Fig. 9.
2. Lean the Right Log up against the upper right corner of
the firebox and engage its toe with the indentation in
the Bottom Log. Fig. 10.
3. Engage the Left Log with the rear burner plate pin. Fig. 11.
Fig. 8. Shipping retainer bracket removal.
Fig. 9.
Install Bottom
Log.
Assembly Prior To Installation
The firebox contains a propane Fuel Conversion Kit and a
Log Set that includes a bag of textured Ember Stones.
1. Prior to installing the Log Set or Fuel Conversion Kit,
remove the skamol panel shipping bracket from the
rear burner skirt as shown in Fig. 10.
2. If propane fuel is to be used, install the LP Fuel Conver-
sion Kit before installing the Log Set. See pages 11-12.
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4. Evenly spread the ember stones over the burner plate.
DO NOT POSITION THE EMBER STONES TO BLOCK THE
PILOT ASSEMBLY AREA. The carry-over ports directly in
front of the pilot must remain clear for proper ignition.
Embers should be positioned in front of - not over - the
rear burner ports. Fig. 12.
5. Reinstall the glass frame using the 4 mm hex key and
socket head screws previously removed.
Fig. 10.
Install Right Log.
Fig. 11.
Install Left Log.
Fig. 12.
Install Ember
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Gas Installation
Gas installation must only be performed by qualified
personnel. It is important to adhere to national and
local regulations that apply. In the UK these include
BS5440 Parts 1 and 2, and BS5871 in Ireland.
• The LPG gas container must be stored/installed ac-
cording to national regulations.The gas container
must have a pressure regulator that reduces the
pressure to the required level. See technical data on
page 4 for gas type and pressures before connecting
to the appliance.
• The appliance must not be exposed to pressure
above 55 mbar (5,5 kPa) during pressure testing.
• Gas tubes must be made of steel (DIN 2448/1629,
DIN 2458/1626, DIN 2440, DIN 2441) or copper (DIN
2110).
• For practical reasons, the vent system should be in-
stalled before the appliance is connected to the gas
supply.
• The stove is supplied with a 3/8” to 8mm compres-
sion union. The gas valve has a 3/8” NPT threaded
connection.
• All tube connections must be approved and the gas
pipeline must have an approved shutoff valve. Only
use approved sealing agent (tape) at all the pipe
connections. When the pipe sections have been
assembled and connected to the appliance, open
the gas supply and light the appliance (see lighting
instructions). Perform a tightness test on all the pipe
connections.
Fuel Conversion
The GF 373 BF gas stove is shipped from the factory
equipped to burn Natural gas. Propane Fuel Conversion
Kit #157452 is included with the stove to enable use with
LP gas if necessary. The kit contains all the components
needed to complete the task and ensure safe operation,
including labels that must be affixed to the stove.
Tools Required:
• 1/2” & 13 mm open end wrench or deep-well socket
• Torx T20 or slotted screwdriver
• 7/16” open end wrench
• 3 mm Allen wrench
• 1/4” nut driver
• 4 mm Allen wrench
• manometer
Conversion Kit Contents:
• 1 regulator tower labelled for the appropriate fuel
• 2 regulator tower Torx screws
• 1 burner injector (marked 40 for NG and 1.50 for LPG)
• 1 pilot orifice (#51 for NG, #30 for LP)
• Label A - to be completed and applied to the base of
the valve compartment
• Label B - apply to the rating plate in the space indicated
on the plate.
• Small valve label - apply to valve body
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Fuel Conversion Procedure
1. Turn off gas supply to the stove.
2. Remove the glass panel frame with removal of the four
socket head screws using the 4 mm hex key provided.
3. Loosen the primary air shutter wing nut and push the
stem all the way back. Fig. 13.
4. Pull the Burner Plate forward to disengage it from the
burner orifice and lift it out of the firebox.
5. Locate the main burner injector. See fig. 14 Slide the
Air Shutter out of the way and use a 1/2” open end
wrench or deep-well socket to remove the burner
orifice from the brass orifice holder. Replace with the
orifice supplied in the kit. Tighten securely.
6. Change the Pilot Orifice. Pull the Pilot Hood off of its
base. It will snap by the retainer clip shown in Fig. 14.
Using a 4 mm Allen wrench, unscrew the pilot orifice.
Replace it with the orifice from the kit. Be sure the
new orifice is tightly secured to pre¬vent by-pass
leakage. Replace the pilot hood by simply pushing it
back into place on its base.
7. Change the Air Shutter orientation: Lift the shutter
tube up in its hinge pin slots and turn the tube over,
so that the appropriate fuel type indicator (LPG or NG)
is oriented facing you. See fig. 15. Push the shutter all
the way back over the injector.
8. Reinstall the Burner Plate by engaging the venturi
tube with the Air Shutter.
BE CERTAIN THE BURNER IS LEVEL AND SECURELY
SEATED ON THE SUPPORT LEGS ON THE FIREBOX
FLOOR.
9. Replace the variable regulator. Using a Torx T-20
screwdriver, remove the two specialty screws from
the regulator tower on the front of the valve. Note:
To help identify which screws to remove, refer to the
new regulator in the kit. See fig. 16.
Install the new variable regulator tower from the kit.
Be sure that the gasket is properly positioned and
tighten screws securely
10. Set the Air shutter for the appropriate fuel. See fig. 16.
Propane - FULLY OPEN (slide the wing nut all the way
forward to the first hash mark on the bottom plate.
Natural Gas - 50% OPEN (half of its allowed travel- to
the second hash mark on the bottom plate).
11. Apply the identification labels to the stove so that
they can be seen by any person that may be servicing
the stove.
• Label “A”: Apply to front lip of the valve compartment.
• Label “B”: Apply to the Rating Plate.
• Small valve sticker: Apply to valve.
12. Install the Log Set. See page 10.
13. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the socket head glass
frame screws before reinstalling the glass frame.
14. Apply gas to the system and check for leaks using a
soapy water solution or gas sensor.
15. Follow the guidelines on page 14 for testing and
confirming correct gas pressure and pilot flame
pattern.
Fig. 13. Push the air shutter stem back to enable burner plate
removal.
Fig. 14. Burner and Pilot orifice locations.
Pilot Orifice
Burner
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Fig. 15.
Change the Air Shutter orientation for the appropriate fuel type.
Fig. 16.
Install the alternate gas Regulator.
Adjust the air shutter setting for the appropriate fuel.
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Figure 19.
The thermocouple
and thermopile
should be full
engulfed by the
pilot flames.
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Proper pilot flame /
carry-over
alignment.
Commissioning
Testing Gas Pressure
Correct gas pressure is important for the safe use of gas in
the appliance. It is important that the correct gas pressure
is set during the installation of the appliance.
The gas valve is equipped with outlets (taps) for the
testing of gas pressure. The outlets are located at the
front of the valve below the ON/OFF/Pilot knob. The out-
lets are marked as shown in fig. 17.
• OutletD: For gas pressure to the valve (volume of gas
to the valve) See technical data.
• OutletE: For gas pressure from the valve (volume of
gas coming out of the valve to the burner).
• Regulator- Always test the gas pressure with the valve
regulator knob on High (Hi).
Loosen the screw in the outlet and attach the tube from
the manometer to the outlet. Remember to tighten the
screw when the testing is completed and test for leaks at
the outlets with test fluid.
Required gas pressure from the vent (Outlet E) is displayed
in the table below. (Note that the installer is required to
operate the appliance for at least 20 minutes before mea-
suring the burner pressure.)
GAS TYPE Burner Pressure (Hot), mbar
Natural Gas (G20) 9.20 mbar
Propane (G37) 26.7 mbar
Inspection of the Pilot Flame
The pilot flame should have three flames as shown in fig.
18. The center pilot should align with the carry-over ports
on the burner without ember stone interference.
The two thermo-elements should be fully engulfed by the
two other flames as shown in fig. 19.
The flames should be stable and the colour mainly
blue. If you detect a deviation from this, turn off the pilot
flame and call for service.
Fig. 17. Valve Pressure Tap locations.
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D E Regulator
Annual Service
Annual service of the appliance includes the following
check points.
1. Lighting and inspection of the pilot flame (see the
section - Inspection of the Pilot Flame above);
2. Cleaning the glass;
3. The gasket around the glass must be inspected
annually for wear and replaced if necessary;
4. Check if the textured embers need to be replaced;
5. Look for soot. It could be a result of the ceramic logs
not being centred in the stove and completely pushed
onto the metal plate, or the air regulator has been
adjusted incorrectly. (see section xx : Adjusting the
burner);
6. Check the gas pressure if other gas equipment is
connected to the gas supply;
7. Look for signs of corrosion on the appliance and the
vent system;
8. Look for obstructions in the vent system (such as
bird’s nests, or branches from bushes and trees).

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User Information
Operating Instructions
Commissioning, Lighting
NOTE! Odours may be present when using the stove for
the first time:
When used for the first time and hot, the appliance
may emit a harmless, non-toxic odour. It is recommended
that the room should be thoroughly ventilated (by
opening doors or windows) during first time use. The
gas is not toxic, but the room should be thoroughly aired
out. During first use, it may take a short time before the
gas tube is cleared of air, but subsequently the appliance
should function as described in the lighting instruction.
The appliance operates with the aid of a pilot flame,
which is lit manually according to the lighting instruction.
Prior to lighting:
Check the area around the appliance for possible gas
leaks/odors. Especially check near the floor, since propane
is heavier than air and would gather close to the floor in
the event of a leakage. (Note: Natural gas is lighter than
air and will gather under the ceiling). If you detect an odor
of gas, see warning under: Safety precautions.
• Only use your hands to operate the control knobs; do
not use tools. If you are unable to turn or push in the
control knob, do not use force. Call for service.
• Do not use the appliance if any part of it has been
submerged in water. Call for service to replace the parts
that have been in water.
Lighting Instructions
Lighting the Pilot Flame
The valve and burner controls are located on the under
the firebox and behind the access door. See fig.20.
The Burner switch has three settings ON/OFF/STAT. The
STAT position is for use of a remote thermostat.
This feature is not available at present, and this setting
should not be used.
1. Place the Burner Control switch in the “OFF” position.
Make sure the gas valve on the pipeline to the
appliance is open.
2. Push in the Gas Control knob on the front of the valve a
little, and turn clockwise to “OFF”. Note: It is impossible
to turn the gas control knob unless it is pushed in a
little. Do not use force.
3. Push in the Gas Control knob a little and turn counter-
clockwise to “PILOT”.
4. Push in the Gas Control knob as far as possible and
hold it in. Simultaneously, repeatedly press the Ignitor
button until the spark ignites the pilot flame located to
the left rear corner of the burner..
5. Continue to press in the Gas Control knob for
approximately 20 seconds after the pilot flame has
been lit. Then let go of the knob. It should spring back
out and the pilot flame should remain lit.
If the pilot flame goes out, repeat Steps 1-5.
If the pilot light goes out intentionally or
unintentionally, it should not be relit within 3 minutes.
NOTE: If the gas control knob does not pop out when
released, call for service.
NOTE: If the pilot flame does not remain lit after several
attempts, turn the gas control knob to OFF and call for
service.
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Figure 20. Operation Controls. Gas Control Knob
Regulator
Instruction Plate
Burner Control Switch
Piezo Ignitor

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Maintenance
The complete installation, which includes the gas supply,
the actual appliance and the vent system, must be
inspected annually. The inspection must be carried out by
qualified service engineer.
External Maintenance
Painted products may change color after some years of
usage. The surface should be cleaned and brushed free
of any loose particles before new stove paint is applied.
Enameled products must only be cleaned with a soft
damp cloth and only the surface is cold.
Do not use water or soap. Enamel surfaces stain easily
when hot. A solution of vinegar and baking soda may be
used to remove stains.
Lighting the Main Burner
1. Turn the Gas Control knob clockwise to “ON”.
2. Push the Burner Control switch to “ON”. The burner will
light.
NOTE: When the appliance is used for the first time,
condensation may form in the firebox. Some smoke may
also appear from the appliance during the initial hours,
due to the burning off of paint and lubrication used in the
production process. See section Odours when using the
stove for the first time.
Adjusting the Heat Setting
• Heat and flame intensity can be adjusted by
turning the Regulator knob between the HI and LO
deisignations as desired. Maximum flame size provides
maximum heat output. Make sure the appliance has
been operating for at least 30 minutes before adjusting
the flame.
Turning Off the Appliance
• Push the Burner Control switch to the OFF position.
The burner flames will extinguish, however, the pilot
flames will continue to burn.To fully extinguish the
appliance, push in the Gas Control knob and turn it
clockwise to OFF.
NOTE: If the appliance will not be used for an extended
period, it is advisable to shut off the main gas supply
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Troubleshooting
When No Spark is Generated
at the Pilot Head
It is uncommon for the Piezo spark ignitor (fig. 21-A) to
fail, unless it has mechanical damage. If the spark is not
conducted forward, it could be the result of a break in the
electrical circuit leading up to the pilot head. The spark is
small or weak if there is too much resistance from a bent
wire (E), or if corrosion appears at the electrode (G) or the
pilot head (H). This could result in insufficient heat to light
the gas. Inspect the pilot burner by looking for damage
to the individual parts. Check for damaged wires or wires
crushed between plate sections of the appliance and
check for loose connections.
Follow the trouble-shooting procedure below when
no spark is generated at the pilot head electrode:
1. Make sure the spark gap between electrode (G) and
pilot head (H) is smaller than or equal to 3.2 mm. If not:
check if the electrode is loose or damaged
2. Make sure the spark ignitor (A) is securely mounted
and the ground connection is in contact with the
bracket. If not: turn the spark igniter until the ground
connection is in contact with the bracket and tighten
the nut at the back of the spark igniter.
3. Make sure the insulated wire (E) is intact and without
cracks and properly connected between spark igniter
(A) and electrode (G). If not: properly fasten the insu-
lated wire to establish a connection between the spark
igniter and the electrode. Replace the electrode if the
wire is damaged or cracked.
4. Make sure the ceramic insulation (F) is intact and with-
out cracks If not: replace the electrode.
5. Make sure a spark is generated when you dismantle
the Piezo spark igniter and put the ground connector
against a metal piece, and the control knob (red mark)
on the spark igniter is finally pushed to the bottom (B).
If not: replace the Piezo spark ignitor.
Fuel Gas
Correct gas pressure is important; see the section about
gas pressure under Gas Installation, page 14. The gas
pressure before the valve and the gas pressure from the
valve to the main burner and pilot burner, are equally
important. These parameters may be the cause of various
performance problems.
If the gas pressure is too low, it can cause low pilot
flame, insufficient production of electricity at thermopile
and thermocouple, and poor flame pattern.
If the gas pressure is too high it can cause valve dam-
age if the pressure rises above 60 mbar. This is usually
the result of faulty installation or lack of a gas regulator
on the gas tank or cylinder. High gas pressure may also
cause an abnormally large pilot flame which can overheat
the thermopile and thermocouple, and further cause a
shutoff of the valve due to insufficient millivolt produc-
tion. Problems involving high flames and soot indicate
that the air volume is too small in relation to the gas
volume. It is wrong to correct the problem by adjusting
the air regulator, if the cause is that the gas pressure is
too high. Checking the gas pressure before the valve will
uncover faults in the gas supply at the valve or from the
tank/cylinder.
If the gas pressure to the valve is correct, the fault
must be found after the valve. A measurement performed
with a manometer will help you to swiftly uncover and
eliminate sources of errors. As mentioned above, blocked
or poor gas supply may lead to faulty combustion. Make
sure all gas tubes are dirt-free, as a small dust particle
can obstruct the pilot orifice. Components must remain
free of dirt during installation of the gas supply and
connection to the appliance, and when the valve is being
replaced.
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Figure 26.
When There is No Gas Flow
To The Pilot Head
This is the trouble-shooting procedure for the gas supply:
Check if all gas connections are sealed by using strong
soapy water (avoid synthetic soaps). Be certain all valves
from the gas tank/cylinder are fully open.
When the pilot is to be lit for the first time with a
new installation, after a scheduled disconnection or after
the propane tank has been refilled, there will often be
air in the gas tube leading up to the appliance. The tube
system must be cleared of air before the pilot burner can
be lit.
The recommended method for clearing air out of the
tube system, is to push in the gas control knob and turn
anti-clockwise to “PILOT”. Then push in the gas control
knob for 5 seconds and push the control knob on the spark
igniter to the bottom several times. Repeat the procedure
until the pilot is lit.
If the pilot does not light after attempts to clear the
tube system of air, it indicates a problem with the gas
tank/cylinder or a leak in the gas tube. Check the gas pres-
sure as instructed in the section Gas Installation on page
10 and determine if the fault/leak is before or after the
valve on the appliance. If the gas pressure at outlet D (fig.
17) is too low or there is no gas pressure at all, the fault or
leak must be located before the valve on the appliance. If
the gas pressure is OK at outlet (D), but too low at outlet
(E), then the fault or leak must be located after the valve.
Note! SIT valves are always equipped with a fine filter
at the inlet to prevent debris from entering into the valve.
Consequently, a clogged valve is not a common occur-
rence. If gas tubes are dismantled, all gas tubes must be
reinstalled and checked for gas leaks prior to operating
the appliance.
When the Pilot Goes Out - Problems With
the Gas Supply
This is the trouble-shooting procedure for the gas supply:
Remember to push in the gas control knob for at least 30
seconds. Make sure the flame is centred at the thermo-
couple. Make sure the thermocouple is enveloped by the
flame up to at least 3 mm (1/8”) from the tip (fig. 19).
If the flame is abnormally large or small, check the
gas pressure first. See section about gas pressure, page 14.
Then check for errors, dirt or corrosion on the pilot burner,
the pilot orifice and the gas supply to the pilot burner.
Note! There could be a leak after the valve even if the
pressure is OK at outlet E. You should therefore always
check for leakage.
Thermocouple (Fig. 22 and Thermopile
(Fig. 23)
A thermocouple is in principle a thermal generator
and consists of a copper wire (copper-nickel alloy) and an
iron wire twisted together. These wires will create friction
and generate 25 millivolt when exposed to a temperature
difference of 200°C. This voltage is sufficient to make the
gas valve function. In order to produce higher voltage a
thermopile is used, which is based on the same principle
as the thermocouple, but with more copper and iron
wires.
The thermopile produces approximately 500-700
millivolts.This only amounts to 1/3 of the voltage in a
flashlight battery. It is important to understand that even
minor resistance (ohm) will have great impact on such
a small voltage. If resistance is too great, the gas valve
may not receive enough voltage to operate. If there is
too much resistance, the cause may be that the copper
wire conducting the voltage is too long, or there are too
many connections. If the copper wire comes in contact
with metal, it may increase resistance and consequently
reduce the voltage.
When the Pilot Goes Out, But the Gas
Supply is OK.
This is the trouble-shooting procedure for the thermo-
couple, fig. 22B: Check the copper wire (F) of the thermo-
couple for cracks or damage.
Check the gasket (C) at the valve by loosening the nut
that holds the copper wire. Look for signs of damage, if
the nut has been tightened too hard. A damaged gasket
results in resistance at contact with metal and conse-
quently the voltage to the valve will be too small.
Make sure the flame is centred at the thermocouple.
Make sure the thermocouple is enveloped by the flame
up to at least 3 mm from the tip (see fig. 19). Check the
voltage generated by the thermocouple. Connect the
multimeter (fig.22-E) with plus to the ball point (D) at
the end of the copper wire. Connect minus to the copper
wire. Light the pilot (A) and hold in the control knob to
prevent the flame on the pilot burner from going out. At
this point the multimeter should show 14-28 mV at the
thermocouple.
Note that there are 2 threaded holes that can be used
when installing a new thermocouple. Make sure the blue
wire (A) is fastened at the same threaded hole. The nut
on the thermocouple must not be tightened too much,
just a 1/2 turn. If the gas pressure is correct and the pos-
sible faults above have been checked, the pilot flame can
be adjusted with the adjusting screw. The gas volume is
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Figure 22.
Thermocouple system
check.
Thermocouple (Fig. 22 and Thermopile
(Fig. 23)
A thermocouple is in principle a thermal generator
and consists of a copper wire (copper-nickel alloy) and an
iron wire twisted together. These wires will create friction
and generate 25 millivolt when exposed to a temperature
difference of 200°C. This voltage is sufficient to make the
gas valve function. In order to produce higher voltage a
thermopile is used, which is based on the same principle
as the thermocouple, but with more copper and iron
wires.
The thermopile produces approximately 500-700
millivolts.This only amounts to 1/3 of the voltage in a
flashlight battery. It is important to understand that even
minor resistance (ohm) will have great impact on such
a small voltage. If resistance is too great, the gas valve
may not receive enough voltage to operate. If there is
too much resistance, the cause may be that the copper
wire conducting the voltage is too long, or there are too
many connections. If the copper wire comes in contact
with metal, it may increase resistance and consequently
reduce the voltage.
When the Pilot Goes Out, But the Gas
Supply is OK.
This is the trouble-shooting procedure for the thermo-
couple, fig. 22B: Check the copper wire (F) of the thermo-
couple for cracks or damage.
Check the gasket (C) at the valve by loosening the nut
that holds the copper wire. Look for signs of damage, if
the nut has been tightened too hard. A damaged gasket
results in resistance at contact with metal and conse-
quently the voltage to the valve will be too small.
Make sure the flame is centred at the thermocouple.
Make sure the thermocouple is enveloped by the flame
up to at least 3 mm from the tip (see fig. 19). Check the
voltage generated by the thermocouple. Connect the
multimeter (fig.22-E) with plus to the ball point (D) at
the end of the copper wire. Connect minus to the copper
wire. Light the pilot (A) and hold in the control knob to
prevent the flame on the pilot burner from going out. At
this point the multimeter should show 14-28 mV at the
thermocouple.
Note that there are 2 threaded holes that can be used
when installing a new thermocouple. Make sure the blue
wire (A) is fastened at the same threaded hole. The nut
on the thermocouple must not be tightened too much,
just a 1/2 turn. If the gas pressure is correct and the pos-
sible faults above have been checked, the pilot flame can
be adjusted with the adjusting screw. The gas volume is
increased when the screw is turned anti-clockwise.